We discuss why Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is running for Senate in Michigan and what kind of Senator he aspires to be. A public health expert with deep understanding of the healthcare system, Dr. El-Sayed believes that Medicare for All can be a realistic future.

Abdul's civic action toolkit recommendations are:

1) Have an in-person conversation with someone you disagree with

2) Find the thing that you share in common

Abdul El-Sayed is a doctor, public health expert, and candidate for U.S. Senate in Michigan. He's also the author of Medicare for All: A Citizen's Guide.

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Credits:

Host: Mila Atmos

Guests: Abdul El-Sayed

Executive Producer: Zack Travis

Executive Editor: Mila Atmos